Monday, November 29, 2010

Rain Forecast For Northern, Eastern States

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- Intermittent to moderate rain has been forecast for several districts in Kelantan, Terengganu, Kedah and Perlis between Sunday and next Wednesday.

The Meteorological Department said in a statement today that the Tumpat, Kota Baharu, Bachok, Pasir Mas, Pasir Puteh, Machang, Tanah Merah, Jeli and Kuala Krai districts in Kelantan were expected to experience this condition between Sunday and Tuesday.

The Setiu, Kuala Terengganu, Hulu Terengganu and Marang districts in Terengganu were expected to experience a similar condition, it said.

It also said that the Kubang Pasu, Sik, Kota Setar, Pendang, Yan and Padang Terap districts in Kedah and the state of Perlis were expected to face such a condition from Monday to next Wednesday.

"The condition could cause flash floods in low-lying areas and those near river banks," it said.

The department said north-easterly winds of 40 to 50 km per hour and waves of up to 3.5 metres were expected in the waters of Condore, Reef North and Layang-Layang Island until Monday.

Similar conditions were expected in the waters of Samui (Kelantan and Terengganu), Labuan and Sabah from Friday to Monday.

The department warned that the strong winds and rough seas could be dangerous for small boats, recreational activities and sea sports.

-- BERNAMA

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